volkswagen Workshop Repair Guides

Volkswagen Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

ABOUT US
Ignition Timing|System Diagnosis > < Ignition Timing

Golf GTI L4-1781cc 1.8L SOHC (RD) (1987)

Page 1
background image

Ignition Timing: Specifications
Checking RPM Dependent Timing Advance

Engine HT ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 14° @ 4300 rpm
Engine RD ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 16° @ 3000 rpm
Engine PL (16v) ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 13° @ 2500 rpm

 

NOTE:  On HT engines, if the timing advance is not within specification, disconnect the harness plug from the knock sensor control unit and check
for continuity between terminal 11 and ground. Repair wiring as necessary and retest timing advance.

Ignition Timing|System Diagnosis > < Ignition Timing